Browse 1,625 wedding DJs for hire, with 3,220 reviews from real clients averaging 5 out of 5. From traditional disc jockeys to modern reception DJs who double as MCs, find the right wedding entertainment for your ceremony, drinks reception or evening party.
Many wedding DJs provide full sound systems, lighting and wireless microphones as part of their package. Evening-only bookings start from around $100, while most couples pay around $400 for a full evening. Some specialise in particular genres or cultural celebrations, while others offer flexible setlists covering everything from classic floor-fillers to current chart hits.
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A skilled wedding DJ does more than press play on a playlist. Professional disc jockeys manage the entire musical flow of your day, from soft background tracks during the meal to peak-hour dance floor anthems. Most also act as master of ceremonies, coordinating announcements, speeches and key moments like the first dance and cake cutting so the day runs to schedule without awkward silences.
Wedding DJs typically arrive several hours before guests to set up PA systems, check acoustics and run through your timeline. Many bring their own lighting rigs, from subtle uplighting to full dance floor setups. Unlike general event DJs, wedding specialists understand the specific pacing of a wedding day and know when to shift from ambient dinner music to high-energy party tracks. Some work alongside sax and DJ duos or wedding musicians who handle the ceremony before the DJ takes over for the evening.
Classic wedding floor-fillers like Brown Eyed Girl, Don't Stop Believin', September and Mr Brightside tend to feature alongside more contemporary hits, though many DJs also specialise in particular genres like funk and soul, house, or chart music. Some take a strictly vinyl approach, while others mix digital tracks with live effects. For multicultural celebrations, look for DJs experienced with Bollywood, Afrobeats, Latin or other specific music traditions. If you want live music alongside DJ sets, wedding bands and mobile DJs often work well as a combined package, with the band covering earlier sets and the disc jockey keeping the party going late.
A stripped-back evening-only setup starts at about $100, a standard reception package sits around $400, and full-service bookings with extended hours, extra equipment or multi-room coverage reach $1,150+. A standard package typically covers a consultation, pre-event planning, full PA and lighting, and four to five hours of performance. Quotes also move with the day of the week, time of year and travel distance, and with extras like uplighting, a photo booth feed or ceremony sound, so compare what each package includes rather than the headline figure.
The average price is $400 (USD), with most priced from $100 to $1,150+. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.
Based on 4,888 enquiries for Wedding DJs at events in every location, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 6 November 2026.
Eric Tchaikovsky
"From my very first encounter with Eric Tchaikovsky, I knew I was dealing with a musical professional – someone who feels, understands, masters and above all lives the international language of music.
For exactly this reason, I decided to collaborate with Eric. His task was not an easy one: he was to musically accompany one of the most important days of our lives for an international audience and turn it into a celebration that brings together people of the most diverse backgrounds and generations.
Everyone knows: a celebration stands and falls with the music. My decision for Eric was initially a gut decision. Because sometimes you can tell from the very first meeting that you're on the same wavelength with someone – and that's exactly the feeling I had with him.
However, what particularly impressed me: Eric doesn't rely solely on his musical instinct and his enormous know-how. He thoroughly engaged with us beforehand, asked targeted questions, wanted to know who our guests were, what they liked, where they came from and what atmosphere we wanted for this special evening.
And that's exactly what I appreciate so much about Eric Tchaikovsky: he knows that musical instinct is one thing – but that in the end it's always about the people. He doesn't just play music. He observes, senses the mood, responds to the people and is 100 percent there for them in that moment.
The result was one of the most beautiful and uninhibited evenings of our lives. The dance floor was full, the mood was fantastic – and even weeks later we received calls and messages from our guests telling us how unforgettable this celebration was for them and that they hadn't danced so much and so freely in a long time.
Eric, thank you for your professionalism, your sense for people and music, and for contributing such an important part to this unforgettable evening."
Dj Alan
"Dj Alan was on point with the music.The party turned to pool party.Dj Alan is the best and have a great music choice and had the kids and the old people dancing.Part ended at 3 in the morning."
Ralph Russell Saxophone
"Thank you for providing live music for my wedding! I had Ralph play a combo of piano and the sax! It was so special having live music and you can tell Ralph really has a passion for playing. Thank you for being part of my day."
MAC Daddy Entertainment
"Brian was a great DJ and very nice very professional keep my guest very , I would hire him again"
Fierce Weddings
"We had this amazing 3-piece band for day two of our wedding in billy byrnes and they were absolutely fantastic. They played such a great mix of music that there was something for everyone, and all of our guests thoroughly enjoyed them. They created a brilliant atmosphere from start to finish and kept everyone entertained. We couldn't have asked for a better band and would highly recommend them to anyone looking for live music for an event."
Moment Pro | Wedding Music
"Absolutely fantastic. They made our day memorable. Cris and Jorge are professionals of excellence, always attentive to the details and with contagious energy and good humour. We would invite them again to be part of this day without hesitation."
